Double or Nothing
105 Norfolk St., #PH
Between Rivington and Delancey streets$3.475 million
Common Charges: $2,916Approximate Monthly Taxes: $97
Barrie Mandel/Corcoran
This duplex penthouse condo, about 2,495 square feet, is located on the 16th and 17th floors of Bernard Tschumi's Blue building on the Lower East Side. Boasting three exposures, it has cantilevered glass walls with blue pixilated windows that overlook the downtown cityscape, including a close-up of the Williamsburg Bridge, glimpses of the Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges, and beyond. The lower level includes the living/dining room, kitchen, bath, and 375-square-foot terrace (with unobstructed southern, western, and northern views, including the Woolworth and Empire State buildings). The upper level contains the master suite, second bedroom, and bath. The kitchen features white lacquer cabinetry, granite countertops, and Viking appliances. The master bath features double sinks, glass tiling, and river-stone flooring. The floors throughout are palm wood. Amenities include a 24-hour attended lobby, full-time superintendent, private storage, and a bicycle room, among others.
25 W. Houston St., #PHC
Between Mercer and Greene streets$11.5 million
Common Charges: $3,084Approximate Monthly Taxes: $450
Dina Lewis/Prudential Douglas Elliman
About 3,267 square feet, this duplex penthouse condo in SoHo has a corner living room with 14-foot-high ceilings and open eastern and northern views (including one of the Chrysler Building). The open kitchen features quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, a double sink, and high-end stainless steel appliances. The lower level, which has 12 large windows, also features a dining room (or bedroom) and bath. The upper level features a family room, the master suite (the tub and shower are oversized and there are double sinks), an additional bedroom, laundry nook, custom-designed office (in the hallway/service entrance area), bath, and a 635-square-foot terrace with several entryways and an irrigation system. There are numerous built-ins, California-style closets, and a skylight above the stairway. Amenities include doorman and concierge service and private storage, among others.
425 Fifth Ave., #66/67A
At 38th Street$9.25 million
Common Charges: $3,734Approximate Monthly Taxes: $3,451
Mary Ellen Cashman/Stribling
This duplex penthouse condo, about 3,700 square feet, is located on the 66th and 67th floors of the Michael Graves-designed building a few blocks from Bryant Park. Boasting four exposures, it has 26 windows (eight are of the bay variety) with sweeping harbor and city views, including the East River bridges, the Statue of Liberty, the Hudson River, the Met (and a glimpse of Central Park), Yankee Stadium (on a clear day), and all points in between. The lower level has a living/dining room and master suite with double-height ceilings that are 18 feet high. It also contains a gallery, kitchen, powder room, and two additional bedrooms and baths. The upper level includes a gallery that overlooks the living/dining room, two bedrooms, two baths, and an office/library. One addition to this apartment is a custom-made, wrought iron staircase with Brazilian cherry wood risers (it faces the elevator, which leads directly into the apartment). Amenities include doorman and concierge service, health club, pool, and garage, among others.
